Draft:Filmbuster

Filmbuster was an intercollegiate media event held in Goa, India, organized by Club Filmatics in association with the Department of Mass Communication of Don Bosco College Panjim on February 28, 2024, at the Don Bosco College Panjim campus.

Filmatics Council
The Filmatics Council is responsible for organizing Filmbuster and other events. Comprised of dedicated individuals, the council plays a key role in shaping the creative landscape of the organization.

Executive Members

 * President: Devonna Gomes
 * Vice President: Joel Rodrigues
 * Club Filmatics Incharge: Sonika Lotlikar
 * Media Coordinator: Mario Pimenta



About the Council
The council members, led by President Devonna Gomes, work together to create events. Under the guidance of Club Filmatics Incharge, Sonika Lotlikar, and with the support of Vice President Joel Rodrigues, the council ensures the smooth execution of initiatives like Filmbuster. Mario Pimenta, in his role as the Media Coordinator, promotes the club and its events, leveraging various media channels to reach a wider audience.

Recognition
The efforts of the Filmatics Council have garnered recognition within and outside the organization. Their dedication and leadership have contributed to the success of Filmbuster, further solidifying their position within the media and entertainment realm.

Overview
Filmbuster aimed to promote media literacy and creativity among participants, particularly students interested in media.

Inaugural Details
The event began with faculty members in charge of Club Filmatics and the Department of Mass Communication escorting the Chief Guest, Rajendra Talak, to the dais. Talak emphasized the importance of learning and creativity in media during his opening speech. An inaugural dance was performed by former Marathi serial child actress, Sakshi Nageshkar.

Participants
Several colleges participated in Filmbuster, including St Xavier's College, Mapusa (Team Sanjay Leela Bhansali) and SS Dempo College, Cujira (Team Karan Johar).

Notable Judges
Renowned personalities from the film, entertainment, and media industry served as judges alongside faculty members for multidimensional competitions. These included Goan Actor, Salil Naik; Director, Dnyanesh Moghe; Associate Editor and Senior Journalist, Ramnath Pai Raikar; Dancer, Simran Haldankar; Photographer, Aliston Dias; Filmmaker, Prasad Naik; Model, Saisha Prabhu; Creative Director, Vijay Xavier; Footballer, Beckham Veron Xavier; and Social Media Influencer, Flexcia D'Souza.

Events
The competition featured various events, including:


 * The Showcase - On-stage event showcasing talent and creativity.
 * Behind The Scenes - Off-stage event revealing the process behind filmmaking.
 * Director's Cut - Pre-events testing contestants' digital content creation skills and talent.

Pre-events
Pre-events under "Director's Cut" included:
 * Parde Ke Piche Kya Hai - Fashion Photoshoot
 * Loop Lapeta - Reel Making
 * Ruk Ruk Ke - Stop Motion

On-stage Events

 * Special Performance by Team Filmbuster
 * Jhalak Dikla Ja - Participants showcasing their dance moves.
 * The Crown - Mr. And Ms. Pageant exhibiting participants' strengths and talent.
 * Ensemble Assemble! - Participating teams introducing themselves with names based on popular directors.
 * Walk of Fame - Fashion show revealing students’ style and teamwork which was managed by Prachi Shirodkar.

Off-stage Events

 * Definitely Maybe - Exploring different endings to popular films.
 * Pehchaan Kaun? - Interaction game with the audience.
 * Sell A Prop - Participants styling, shuffling, and selling iconic props.
 * Saap Seedy Aur Sholay - Human snake and ladder game.

The event concluded with a musical performance by DJ Doel.

Press Conference
Club Filmatics, in association with the Department of Mass Communication, organized a press conference on February 26, 2024, to announce Filmbuster. During the press conference, Ms. Sonika Lotliker highlighted the event's significance in promoting media literacy among students. Ms. Devonna Gomes unveiled the lineup of events, and Mr. Mario Pimenta emphasized the role of media in amplifying the club's initiatives.